Jan is a master of creativity when it comes to making homemade soap. This is a recipe and tutorial for Homemade Milk Chocolate Mint Soap. It’s a milk-based soap (cow, goat, coconut, almond etc). I just love the combination of chocolate and mint (in just about anything!) Jan has some helpful tips on working with […]
Green Juice for Women – A Balancing Juicing Recipe
Years ago when I worked in an office downtown, I noticed that whenever there was a full moon many of my co-workers acted differently. Some were definitely more cranky, while others seemed to lack energy. That was when I developed my Full Moon theory. If the moon affects the tides, then it made sense to […]
Why I’m In Love With Oil Pulling (And Why You Should Be Too)
Oil pulling is a practice in which you take a tablespoon of oil, swish and pull it around in your mouth for a certain amount of time. Kobi of MindBodyGreen shares how oil pulling has transformed her health and body. She explains the positive impact on her dental hygiene and on her overall metabolism. […]
How to Make an Amazing Flu Buster Juice
This is Sonnet’s recipe for a very intense juice that can ease flu symptoms and boost the immune system. Like some wellness shots and immune booting drinks, this is a potent drink. It uses lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper and other ingredients. But if you already have the flu, it’s not hard to pop back […]
Raw Probiotic Creamy Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing Recipe
I really like ginger and carrots so I wanted to share this recipe for a healthy carrot ginger salad dressing. Renee of the Untrained Housewife website created the recipe and provides clear directions. It’s a combination of raw carrots, raw ginger, apple cider vinegar, and other wonderful ingredients. Renee also provides a substitution if you […]
A DIY Yerba Mate Treatment For Puffy Eyes
Because the skin around our eyes is more delicate, it will react if you don’t get enough sleep or have a poor diet. Yerba mate is a South American plant that contains fatty acids and other properties that can nourish the skin. Yerba mate also has an interesting ingredient that can tighten the skin around the […]
Tips For Pomegranate Growing: Caring For Pomegranate Plants In Containers
Pomegranates are both delicious and healthy. They contain antioxidants and a variety of vitamins.Amy explains that with proper training, pomegranates can be trained as a small tree which makes it perfect as a container plant. Even better, pomegranates can be grown indoors as well as outdoors. They’re also self-pollinating so you only need one to get […]
How to Make an Earache Remedy with Mullein
Mullein is not an herb you hear discussed much. It’s an Old World plant that has been a respected medicinal plant for centuries. It’s been used for respiratory diseases and asthma symptoms. It also has antibacterial properties. Jacqueline of Deep Roots at Home explains the health benefits of mullein in greater detail. She then shares […]
15 Best Herbal Tea Ingredients for Healing
Rather than going out and buying a variety of medicinal teas to treat different ailments, Jackie decided to make her own tea with healing properties. She first explains the process of making a customized tea. Then she discusses ingredients. The challenging part is picking a combination of herbs and spices to meet your healing needs. […]
Fresh Honey & Buttermilk Body Mask
Shannon’s recipe for a honey butter body mask uses a very special clay. It’s a spa quality clay from Morocco that’s loaded with minerals and has been used as a skin conditioner for over 1400 years. All of the ingredients in this mask result in a super moisturizing effect on your skin. She explains how […]
Make Your Own Simple Antibacterial Moisturizing Lotion
Note: Jillee offered this as a lotion for use during the winter. But I think it works well all year long. During the winter many people end up with dry, cracked skin. It’s hard to avoid. The weather is cold, the indoor heat is dry, and as Jillee (One Good Thing) points out, we are […]
How to Make Carrot Oil for Naturally Healthy Hair and Skin
In this post, Andrea shares the benefits of carrot oil. It turns out it is really helpful for both the hair and skin. Carrots are a great source of a variety of vitamins, beta-carotene, and other antioxidants. They also have anti-aging properties, and they strengthen and moisturize hair. Andrea shares a great tutorial on how […]